Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2023

Once you purchase an excavator for your construction business, you’re well on your way to performing a wide range of tasks efficiently. However, the excavator won’t be the only thing you need to purchase to achieve optimal productivity. You might also need to buy many different excavator attachments. With dozens of options on the market and only a limited budget to work with, you might be curious about the most important attachments you need to buy to get business underway.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 24, 2023

How to Ward Off Workplace Hearing Loss ccapoccia Tue, 01/24/2023 - 10:55 The average construction worker may encounter any number of loud noises during a shift, but just how loud is too loud? Exposure to loud noises — especially over a long period of time — can cause permanent hearing damage, including ringing in the ears and partial hearing loss. Hearing damage, which is irreversible, can limit a worker’s abilities and reduce their overall quality of life.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 25, 2023

eTakeoff, Topcon, RedTeam and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 24, 2023

From safety and compliance to improving your team's productivity, we delve into why specialist subcontractor software is made for roofers and scaffold

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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Learn Civil Engineering

JANUARY 24, 2023

Generally, clothing, jewelry, and other valuables are kept behind Closet Doors. A crucial step in safeguarding the items within is selecting the ideal closet door for the bedroom. A stunning door may also highlight your sense of style. But with so many different styles of closet doors available, which one is best for you?

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The Constructor

JANUARY 25, 2023

Are you looking for a practical and stylish door option for your home? Flush doors could be a perfect choice. Flush doors are one of the most popular in commercial and residential buildings, offering a sleek appearance and great performance features. But it’s not just their looks that make them such a desirable choice – […] The post Flush Doors: A Practical And Stylish Choice For Your Home appeared first on The Constructor.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 26, 2023

Managing construction HR can be a complex challenge, but modern technologies are simplifying the human resources processes.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Read more on the proper steps to ensure your commercial investment runs smoothly. 1. Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 24, 2023

November 2022 Construction Industry Stats ccapoccia Tue, 01/24/2023 - 11:01 The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry.

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 23, 2023

In today’s economic environment it may be time to rethink Preventive Maintenance, lower costs 30%-40%, and extend system life up to 10x. While most facilities management teams have a preventive maintenance program, there is only one source for PM tasks, checklists, AND locally researched costs for EVERY FREQUENCY (daily, weekly, monthly, annually… ), and that is Four BT, LCC (4BT)!

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The Constructor

JANUARY 27, 2023

Are you looking for ways to liven up the decor in your home? A great way to cut through the clutter is to focus on wall textures. This article will show you all the latest trends for home decor in 2022 and inspire you with your wall texture projects. We’ll explore the different types of […] The post Home Decor Trend Alert – Top Wall Texture Ideas appeared first on The Constructor.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 24, 2023

We discuss how M&E subcontractors can use construction field software to increase productivity, compliance, and profits.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 24, 2023

Electric vs. Diesel: Which Machine Is Right for Your Fleet? ccapoccia Tue, 01/24/2023 - 10:00 Construction equipment manufacturers are embracing electric power. Most major construction equipment manufacturers have electric vehicles (EVs) in their current production catalogs. Some of this is driven by corporate decisions to decrease the negative impact when it comes to climate change and pollution, and some of it is driven to help their customers be more productive and profitable.

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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 26, 2023

The buildout follows strong demand growth for high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as a positive outlook for manufacturing construction.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 21, 2023

Have you ever wondered how to secure two objects together? Then you need to understand clamps — a tool that can compress, hold, and secure two objects together. Clamps are incredibly useful and come in various sizes, designs, and styles. This article will explore the different types of clamps and the various ways they can […] The post Exploring the Different Types of Clamps and Their Uses appeared first on The Constructor.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have 20+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, ProEst, and BIM 360. And because your time is valuable, we don’t need you to sweat the details.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 24, 2023

Smoothing the Road to Electric Work Trucks ccapoccia Tue, 01/24/2023 - 09:49 Electric power is beneficial, but converting a fleet of work trucks to run on electricity is not as simple as flipping a switch. Producing a work truck is far from simple. These vehicles are often constructed in multiple stages and by multiple manufacturers. Converting from internal combustion engines to electric drive systems piles on the complexity.

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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2023

As they look to the year ahead, contractors want to know how frayed supply chains, inflation and labor shortages will affect their business.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 23, 2023

Are you looking for ways to maximize your space but want to avoid investing in a major renovation? Sloping roofs can be the perfect solution! They provide a modern and stylish look for your home and make the best use of your space, creating more living and storage areas than you ever thought possible. This […] The post Maximizing Your Space with a Sloping Roof appeared first on The Constructor.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 27, 2023

Fact: R epresentation matters , and it greatly affects your employee recruitment and retention. This is why diversity and inclusion programs are vital to building a solid workforce in your construction firm. Multiple studies have shown that diverse teams are more innovative and perform better. A study by Boston Consulting Group found that firms led by diverse management teams see higher revenues.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 23, 2023

Tips for Maximizing Your Savings During Tax Season ccapoccia Mon, 01/23/2023 - 15:26 With supply chain dynamics, inflation and rising material costs, contractors are experiencing heightened pressure on their margins. Reducing income taxes through effective planning is one way to put cash back into contractors’ pockets. The following will take a quick look at several tax savings strategies.

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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 27, 2023

The $500,000-minimum fine for a felony targets contractors that have a “poor safety culture,” one attorney said.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 27, 2023

Inflation has ballooned worldwide in recent months, and there's no question that small construction businesses are feeling the pinch. Supplies cost more, employees are hard to find, and your profits are shrinking. This can lead to operating at a loss - spending more money than you make. Otherwise, you will eventually run out of cash reserves and be out of business.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

The start of the new year brings new and enhanced functionality across Autodesk Construction Cloud. This month, we’re excited to release feature additions and enhancements to Autodesk Build across cost, project management, data, and more. Check out the latest updates for Autodesk Build. Admin Releases Notifications | New Project Frequency Defaults Reports | ‘Updated by’ column in Report Templates Assets | Progress Tracking + Assets Assets | Asset Category Permissions Cost Management Releases C

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 23, 2023

Why Some Great Employees Fail to Launch ccapoccia Mon, 01/23/2023 - 15:16 A leader of a construction organization once said, “I hired a senior project manager. This manager had an amazing pedigree. Worked for amazing organizations prior to mine. Trained in all the best systems and software on the market. Then this manager came into my business and failed miserably.

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 25, 2023

December project starts grew 27%, the first end-of-year monthly gain since 2017, according to Dodge.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 23, 2023

A 2023 Housing Recession Will Impact These Volatile Markets First ldeakins Mon, 01/23/2023 - 10:32 Home prices are rapidly correcting in a number of turbulent regional markets at the start of 2023. Here are the homebuying hotspots where prices are falling, and rising, the fastest U.S. home prices fell 2.4% between June and October after sharp growth at the start of 2022, and though some economists saw that sudden slowdown as a clear indicator of a full-blown housing correction, Zillow’s most rec

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

The infrastructure pipeline ballooned to $248 billion in the 2021-22 State and Federal Budgets, and movement to net zero is ramping up across the board. In an industry nearing capacity, the usual tools won’t be enough to meet the volume of demand. Nor will they bring emissions and waste down to an acceptable level. Innovation in construction can seem like a daunting task, especially when you consider how our most significant achievements in building occurred thousands of years ago.

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